Obituaries

Randy Dale Fiskum

Randy Dale Fiskum

Jun 4, 2024

Randy D. Fiskum, age 71 of North Branch, formerly of Woodbury and Minot, North Dakota. Passed away on Tuesday, June 04, 2024, after a short battle with cancer.

Randy was born in Minot ND on May 11, 1953. He graduated from Minot High School and enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he was stationed in Hawaii, as a DP2, IT specialist.

After...

Sharon Kari

Sharon Kari

Jun 1, 2024

Sharon Louise Kari (nee Radtke) was called home to meet her Redeemer and Lord Jesus on June 1, 2024.   Sharon was born February 21st, 1947, passing away at the age of 77 years.

Sharon and Steve were separated by Steve’s death after 53 years of faithful marriage.

Sharon is preceded in death by her husband Steve, brothers Walter, David, Arnold, Erwin,...

Laura Lee Tveit

Laura Lee Tveit

Jun 1, 2024

Laura Lee Tveit, a devoted lover of nature and avid traveler, passed away on June 1st, 2024, at the age of 75. Born on September 20, 1948, she spent her days nurturing her flower gardens, delighting in feeding the birds, and taking leisurely walks to immerse herself in the beauty of the world around her. Her passion for exploring new...

Diana C. McEvoy

Diana C. McEvoy

May 29, 2024

Diana Carol McEvoy, daughter, mother, wife, grandmother, great-grandmother and small-town activist, departed from this world from complications of neurological dementia/Alzheimer’s on May 29, 2024, at the age of 87.

On October 10, 1936, Diana was born to Michael and Anne Hryhoryszyn, owners of Michael’s School of Dance in downtown Saint Paul, MN. These were the days of live piano music during...

Geraldine M. Kohout

Geraldine M. Kohout

May 27, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Geraldine (Jerry) Marie Kohout, who peacefully left this world on May 27, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on July 15, 1942, in Saint Paul, Minnesota, Jerry was the daughter of Marshall and Virginia Weber.

After graduating from Humboldt High School, she pursued higher education and earned a Bachelor...

Scott Randolph VanRuden

Scott Randolph VanRuden

May 27, 2024

Scott Randolph VanRuden was born September 25th, 1957, to Alfred and Doris VanRuden in St. Paul, Minnesota.  He grew up in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin.  He attended, Unity High school, where he gained the nickname “Scooter”.

Scott spent his life fishing, boating, water skiing, tubing, snowmobiling, 4 wheeling, working on cars and trucks and being a bit of a rebel.

He married Becky...

Sandy L. Nelson

Sandy L. Nelson

May 22, 2024

Sandra Louise Nelson (Kastner, Kern) passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 22, 2024. Known to many as Sandy, she was a devoted mother, loving wife, cherished grandmother, beloved daughter, and dear sister who always brought laughter and joy to those around her.

 

Sandy is survived by her husband, Brad Nelson; her former husband, Allan Kern; her children, Erica Bingham (Chris), Jeffrey...

Betty J. Kopecky

Betty J. Kopecky

May 19, 2024

Betty Jean (Steele) Kopecky, age 93, of Menahga, Minnesota died Sunday, May 19, 2024, in Mesa, Arizona.   Betty was born November 1, 1930, in Riverside Township, Hand County, South Dakota, the daughter of Robert and Lucile (Pettit) Steele.

Betty attended country schools, and later graduated from high school in Ree Heights, South Dakota, Class of 1949.

She was united in marriage...

Richard Peter Carter Jr.

Richard Peter Carter Jr.

May 19, 2024

Richard was born July 3, 1958 to Joyce and Richard P Carter Sr.  He grew up in Forest Lake.  He liked water skiing and fishing in the summer and snowmobiling and playing hockey during the winter.  He enjoyed woodworking as a hobby.

Richard served in the Navy from August 1976 until August 1980.

Richard is survived by his son, Christopher (Keilani) Strom;...

Reis M. Grams

Reis M. Grams

May 18, 2024

Reis Melvin Grams went home to be with Jesus on May 18th, 2024. Reis was born on August 16th, 1983 in St Cloud, MN to Bart and Sue Grams. Reis was the middle child, between older brother Erik and younger sister Katy. As one can imagine, Reis and Erik buddied up throughout childhood and came up with shenanigans sometimes at...

Hope Juanita Fitzhugh

Hope Juanita Fitzhugh

May 18, 2024

Hope Juanita Fitzhugh, a beloved mother, and friend, passed away on May 18, 2024, at the age of 55. Born on March 30, 1969, in Eloise, MI, Hope will be remembered for her vibrant personality and her passion for art and travel. She leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness that will be cherished by all who knew her. Hope...

Kathleen M. Ammann

Kathleen M. Ammann

May 18, 2024

Kathleen Mary Ammann, 78, of Forest Lake, MN, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2024, due to complications related to sepsis.  Kathy was born on July 24, 1945, to Joseph and Helen (Anderson) Ammann.  She grew up in Frogtown with her 3 sisters and 1 brother.  She is a proud graduate of St. Agnes High School, Class of 1963.  

 

Kathy's journey in life was...

Rosemary "Cookie" Fisher

Rosemary "Cookie" Fisher

May 17, 2024

Loving mother and grandmother, age 75, of Wyoming MN, passed away on May 17th, 2024. Cookie is now with her parents, Jim and Donna; brother, Joe (Lisa); and nephew, Josh. She is survived by her partner, Bruce; sons, Brian (Chrissy), Randy; grandsons, Cohen, Jax and Mace; and her siblings, Tom (Beth), Patti (Bill), Jill, Jim (Kirby) and Rich. 

A Memorial service...

Carol Elise (nee Gustafson) Lilygren

Carol Elise (nee Gustafson) Lilygren

May 16, 2024

Carol Elise (nee Gustafson) Lilygren, age 87, of Forest Lake, passed away on May 16, 2024.

Her fondness for Christmas was always evident as she delighted in the tradition of adorning a real tree with tinsel, bringing joy to all who gathered around it. Her appreciation for nature extended to her cherished lilac bushes and vibrant flowers, a testament to her...

Myra T. Boehm Morello

Myra T. Boehm Morello

May 12, 2024

Myra Boehm Morello died on Sunday, May 12, 2024 while surrounded by her family.  Myra was born September 1, 1927 on a farm in Columbus, Minnesota the daughter of Frank and Frances Boehm and the granddaughter of pioneers, John and Anna Boehm.  Though Myra did not enjoy farming, she was delighted in learning how to cook and clean from her...

Grace D. McPhail

Grace D. McPhail

May 10, 2024

Grace Delores McPhail, peacefully passed away after a brief illness on May 10, 2024, at the age of 100 in Chisago City, Minnesota.  

Grace was born to Max and Ella Ladwig in South Dakota.  As a young child her family moved to Blue Earth, Minnesota where she was confirmed in the Lutheran Church.  She graduated from Blue Earth High School...

Brian Bill Christopherson

Brian Bill Christopherson

May 9, 2024

Brian Bill Christopherson, age 78, of East Bethel, passed away May 9, 2024.

He was born in Minneapolis, MN and graduated from Columbia Heights High School 1964.  He then served 2 years in the Army.  Later he graduated with a teaching degree from St Cloud State University and then went on to attend Dunwoody Institute where he learned welding.

He worked for...

Trent James"TJ" Abell

Trent James"TJ" Abell

May 8, 2024

Trent James born January 6, 2001, in Wyoming, Minnesota, died May 7, 2024 in St. Paul, Minnesota at the young age of 23.

Trent was welcomed in death by his mother, Kristina Marie Lindquist; his grandfather, Robert Wesley Allen; his uncle, Keith Edward Allen; his grandmother, Linda Lindquist; his great aunt, Stephanie Kennedy; his great uncles, Brian Allen and Dan Goodwin;...

Alf V. Mork

Alf V. Mork

May 7, 2024

Alf Vincent Mork, Jr. of Wyoming, Minnesota passed away quietly at Northridge Health and Rehabilitation Home in New Hope at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. He had a long struggle to regain his health after having Covid 19 in January of 2023, and was never able to fully regain his previous lifestyle.

 

Alf was born on June 16, 1936...

Kathleen K. Isaacson

Kathleen K. Isaacson

May 7, 2024

Kathleen Kay Isaacson, a cherished and devoted mother, and nana, peacefully passed away at the age of 84 on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, surrounded by her loving family in Forest Lake, Minnesota. Kathleen was born on April 19, 1940, to her parents Orlo and Maxine Hursh. She took pride in her education, graduating from Forest Lake High School in the...